Atmosphere Flashcard

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What do all living organisms need to survive?

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Nitrogen.

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What does the shape of our planet cause?

Back

Areas that are hotter than others.

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What happens to Earth's temperature if greenhouse gases in the atmosphere increase?

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Earth's temperature will increase.

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Define Weather.

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It is what the air is like outside at a certain time or place. Example: sunny; rainy; windy.

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Identify the cycle that involves the movement of carbon through the environment.

Back

The Carbon cycle.

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What is the primary gas responsible for the greenhouse effect?

Back

Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.

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What role do plants play in the carbon cycle?

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Plants absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

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What is the water cycle?

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The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.

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What is the significance of nitrogen-fixing bacteria?

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They convert atmospheric nitrogen into a form usable by plants.